T-Fal Elegance Stainless Steel Cookware

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Product Review

GHRI RATING:

3.4

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Pros

Distributes heat evenly on an electric range

Maintains a steady simmer

Measuring marks inside saucepans

Pans are safe in the oven to 500øF

Lids are safe in the oven to 350øF

Dishwasher safe, although not recommended

Thorough owner's manual

Cons

Does not distribute heat evenly on a gas range

Pans do not brown burgers evenly

Metal rivets discolored in the dishwasher

Handles are attached with rivets

Stains from use, though the stains can be removed with an abrasive cleaner

This stainless steel cookware is inexpensive

This stainless steel cookware is inexpensive, but it doesn't offer good performance.

Manufacturer's Warranty: Limited Lifetime

Reviewer: Good Housekeeping

Reviewed: November 2010

Price at time of review: from $24.00 for an 8-inch pan to $89.00 for a 10-piece set

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